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The Israel-Iran Crisis: Assessing Future Scenarios
Following a 12-day war with Israel, Iran faces a turning point in its strategic and domestic trajectory. In this expert webinar, Dr. Sina Azodi analyzes the breakdown of Iran’s defense doctrine, rising influence of the IRGC, and the regime’s internal dilemma between repression and reform. With its nuclear program under pressure and regional alliances strained, Tehran must now choose between escalation, diplomacy, or deeper isolation.
5 days ago3 min read


Syria in Flux - What Lies Ahead?
Six months after Assad’s fall, Syria faces a fragile transition led by former jihadist Ahmed al-Shara. In a recent webinar, Charles Lister examined the country’s uncertain path—balancing newfound international legitimacy with economic collapse, armed fragmentation, and regional tensions. Can Syria avoid renewed conflict and rebuild, or is the entire transition resting on a single man’s shoulders? Read key insights from the discussion.
6 days ago3 min read


Expert Webinar: The Israel-Iran War
As Israel escalates strikes on Iran’s nuclear program, Tehran’s leadership faces a critical dilemma: preserve ideological purity or ensure regime survival. In a June 20 webinar, Dr. Saeid Golkar analyzed the regime’s internal calculations, elite fractures, and growing civilian unrest. He revealed why Iran’s leaders may prefer military defeat over political humiliation—and what this means for the region’s future.
Jun 202 min read


Israel's Strike on Iran
Israel's June 13, 2025 strike on Iran—Operation Rising Lion—marked a turning point in Middle East security, targeting nuclear facilities, IRGC leadership, and missile infrastructure. In this report, Wikistrat analyzes the operation’s objectives, strategic timing, and regional implications, including the collapse of nuclear negotiations and the risk of wider conflict. Read the full report for expert insights and forward-looking scenarios.
Jun 135 min read


The New U.S. Foreign Policy: Priorities, Challenges and Strategy
Trump's foreign policy is reshaping alliances, trade, and diplomacy. Is it strengthening U.S. leverage or risking global instability?
Mar 63 min read


Five Wildcard Scenarios That Could Redefine the Geopolitical Landscape in 2025
As 2025 begins, wildcard scenarios loom, threatening to upend the status quo and reshape global dynamics in unpredictable ways.
Dec 31, 20247 min read


The Collapse of the Assad Regime: Regional Implications
On December 7, Wikistrat hosted a webinar to analyze the rapid unraveling of the Assad regime in Syria and its regional implication
Dec 7, 20242 min read


Boiling Point: Exploring the Dynamics of Escalating Iran-Israel Tensions
Iran expert Dr. Raz Zimmt discusses how recent developments are shaping Iran's security strategy and Israel's potential responses
Oct 15, 20247 min read


Exploring the Implications of Nasrallah's Death
The killing of Hezbollah's leader Hassan Nasrallah has shaken the Middle East, leaving a void in one of the region's most influential...
Oct 2, 20242 min read


Analyzing the Rising Tensions in the Middle East
Following the attacks on Fuad Shukr and Ismail Haniyeh, Wikistrat CEO hosted an expert panel with ME experts Neil Quilliam and Sina Azodi
Aug 1, 20241 min read


It’s Time for Countries to Get off Zero and Embrace Bitcoin
Joel Zamel, Wikistrat's founder and expert on Bitcoin geopolitics, shares why it's time for countries around the world to embrace Bitcoin
Jul 30, 20244 min read


The Iranian Leadership the Day After President Raisi’s Death
On 19 May 2024, an Iranian Air Force helicopter crashed, killing all on board, including Iran’s President, Ebrahim Raisi, and the...
May 23, 20241 min read


Analyzing the Israel-Iran Escalations: Special Webinar
In a groundbreaking retaliation on the night of April 13th, Iran launched its first ever direct strike against Israeli territory,...
Apr 15, 20241 min read


Special Report: Four Scenarios for “The Day After” in Gaza
As the Israel-Hamas war rages on, a new Wikistrat report provides an analysis of four potential trajectories for Gaza by 2026, weighing...
Jan 31, 20242 min read


Exclusive Panel: The Red Sea Crisis - Spotlight on Yemen
Recent attacks on commercial vessels by Houthi militia in the Red Sea have put the vital shipping region in the spotlight. The...
Jan 19, 20242 min read


"Iran and the Israel-Hamas War": Webinar with Raz Zimmt
As the war between Hamas and Israel continues, Iran's next moves remain unclear. To better understand Iran's motives and potential...
Oct 20, 202328 min read


The Saudi-Iranian Rapprochement: Implications
On March 10, Saudi Arabia and Iran announced that they had agreed to resume diplomatic relations and re-open embassies in each other's...
Mar 20, 202325 min read


Special Report: Iran Social Unrest
The death of 22-year-old Kurdish woman Jina Mahsa Amini on September 16 sparked demonstrations and violent crackdowns on the streets of...
Oct 30, 20221 min read


Report: The Implications of the Russian Invasion of Ukraine for the Middle East
The Russian invasion of Ukraine, which began on February 24, has quickly turned out to be one of the most important geopolitical events...
Mar 11, 20221 min read


Wikistrat Report: When Israel Strikes Iran
In light of the nuclear talks in Vienna, Wikistrat ran an interactive simulation with 30 leading Iran and Middle East experts in order to...
Feb 13, 20221 min read
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